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The South African
5 days ago
- Health
- The South African
Fizz away colds and flu with newly-launched Cepacol® Raspberry effervescent
When cold and flu symptoms strike, the newly launched Cepacol® Effervescent in refreshing Raspberry flavour is your fizzy ally. This combination product is crafted to help ease sore throats, assist with nasal congestion, control sneezing, and calm coughs. By opening airways and thinning mucus, it helps provide comfort from chesty coughs linked to airway inflammation. Helps maintain overall health Beyond that, Cepacol® Effervescent assists in bolstering the immune function in the upper respiratory tract and offers antioxidant benefits to help maintain overall health. It contains immune-boosting vitamin A (vitamin A acetate), vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), along with zinc, to support your body's defences. Pelargonium sidoides (African geranium)is included for the symptomatic treatment of the common cold, and ivy leaf extract serves as an expectorant to assist with productive coughs. So, when you're dealing with cold and flu symptoms, remember, there's a Cepacol® for that! For more information, visit and join the conversation on Facebook. Cepacol® Effervescent – approx. RSP for 10's: R125.95 and 20's: R169.95. Cepacol®'s range of products is available at leading pharmacies and retailers nationwide. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
6 days ago
- Health
- The Citizen
WIN: 1 of 10 Cepacol® hampers up for grabs!Valued at R12 000!
Stand to win 1 of 10 Cepacol® hampers which include a Volkano Mini Mamba Bluetooth Speakers and Volkano Noise Cancelling Bluetooth headphones. What's inside each hamper: 1x Volkano Mini Mamba Bluetooth Speaker 1x Volkano Noise Cancelling Blue Tooth headphones Let's Get Loud with Cepacol's Amazing Give-away! Sore throat or cough stealing your voice? There's a Cepacol give-away for that! Cepacol® known for its sore throat lozenges1, hot medication2&3, and now new raspberry-flavoured effervescent4, is turning up the volume! Our voices are just as important as the words we speak. When a scratchy throat or cough sneaks in, it can irritate the vocal cords, changing the sound of our voice and leaving us with a croak, rasp, or even a whisper.5 Cepacol® is here to ensure your voice is heard – and we're giving away a Volkano Mini Mamba Bluetooth Speaker and Volkano Noise Cancelling Blue Tooth headphones, valued at R1 200. The Volkano Mini Mamba Bluetooth Speaker is perfect for enjoying your favourite tunes on the go, delivering big sound in a compact package. Meanwhile, the Volkano Noise-Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones let you enjoy crystal-clear audio without any background noise – silencing distractions, including the hacking sound of pesky seasonal coughs. So, whether you're tackling inflammation or infection of the voice box or simple need a musical boost to get through the season, remember, #TheresACepacolForThat! Cepacol®'s range of products – Raspberry-Flavoured Effervescent,4 Cough & Cold Syrup,7 Plus Cough & Cold Syrup,8 Throat Spray,9 Throat Gargle,10 Medsip,2&3 and Throat Lozenges1 – are available from leading pharmacies and retailers nationwide. For more information and references, visit and join the conversation on Facebook and @CepacolSA. #SupaCepacol® The competition closes Sunday, 22 June 2025 at midnight. The competition will run online and in print. Delivery included Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable for cash Ts&Cs apply. This competition is only open to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. By entering the competition, you accept The Citizen's standard terms and conditions. CLICK TO ENTER
IOL News
13-05-2025
- Health
- IOL News
Get loud with Cepacol's exciting giveaway!
Cepacol® introduces raspberry effervescent and gives away Bluetooth speakers and headphones Cepacol® known for its sore throat lozenges1, Medsip (hot medication)2&3, and now new raspberry-flavoured effervescent4, is turning up the volume! Our voices are just as important as the words we speak. When a scratchy throat or cough sneaks in, it can irritate the vocal cords, changing the sound of our voice and leaving us with a croak, rasp, or even a whisper. Cepacol® is here to ensure your voice is heard – and we're giving away a Volkano Mini Mamba Bluetooth Speaker and Volkano Noise Cancelling Blue Tooth headphones, valued at R1 200. The Volkano Mini Mamba Bluetooth Speaker is perfect for enjoying your favourite tunes on the go, delivering big sound in a compact package. Meanwhile, the Volkano Noise-Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones let you enjoy crystal-clear audio without any background noise - silencing distractions, including the hacking sound of pesky seasonal coughs. So, whether you're tackling inflammation or infection of the voice box or simple need a musical boost to get through the season, remember, #TheresACepacolForThat! Cepacol® offers a comprehensive range of products including the Raspberry-Flavoured Effervescent4, Cough & Cold Syrup7, Plus Cough & Cold Syrup8, Throat Spray9, Throat Gargle10, Medsip2&3, and Throat Lozenges1, all readily available at leading pharmacies and retailers nationwide. For more information and references, explore visit and join the conversation on social media.
The South African
01-05-2025
- Health
- The South African
Are Sore Throats Contagious?
Can a sore throat spread to others? The answer lies in what's causing it. Cepacol®, known for its sore throat lozenges1, Medsip (hot medication)2&3, and now new raspberry-flavoured effervescent4, explores causes of sore throats and their potential for contagion. Ever had that scratchy, uncomfortable feeling in your throat? That's often pharyngitis, which is a medical term for a sore throat. Sore throats can arise from various culprits, ranging from infections to environmental irritants. Pinpointing the exact cause helps determine whether you're at risk of spreading it to those around you5. Most sore throats are triggered by viruses.6 Think of the common cold, where a dry and scratchy throat often kicks off the show, soon joined by a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing and maybe a mild cough.7a Then there's the flu, which tends to hit harder, bringing a sudden, severe sore throat, fever and chills, muscle pain and body aches, headache, fatigue, and shortness of breath.7b And let's not forget about coronavirus disease (COVID-19); while its symptoms vary, a sore throat is a frequently reported early sign of infection.7c Bacteria can also cause sore throats, with strep throat or whooping cough being common culprits. For these bacterial infections, you're considered contagious when you start to experience your symptoms. 8a Unlike viral sore throats, which usually resolve on their own, bacterial infections require antibiotics8b to prevent complications. You're typically considered no longer contagious after you've been on antibiotics for a period of time, which depends on the type of infection.8c Not all sore throats are due to infections. For instance, physical factors like smoking, snoring, or even shouting can irritate your throat. Medical procedures such as tracheal intubation and certain medications might also contribute. Environmental elements – exposure to indoor and outdoor pollutants, extreme temperatures, low humidity, and hazardous or occupational irritants – can all lead to throat discomfort.9 Since these causes don't involve infectious agents, they're not something you can pass on to others. If your sore throat is due to a viral or bacterial infection, it's possible to spread it to others through indirect or direct contact. Direct contact involves touching an infected person, like through a handshake, and then touching your face, allowing the virus to enter your system.10a Indirect contact happens when an infected person coughs or sneezes, and the virus lands on surfaces like doorknobs or phones. If someone else touches these surfaces and then touches their face, they can become infected. 10b Most infectious diseases, including respiratory viruses, are most contagious when symptoms peak. This means that during the height of your illness, you're more likely to spread the virus to others.11 For bacterial infections like strep throat, you're considered to be contagious when you start to experience symptoms, and typically considered no longer contagious after you've been on a regimen of antibiotics.8 If you or someone in your household has a sore throat, taking steps to prevent spreading it is crucial. Practising good hygiene is a great start. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds12a and use alcohol-based hand sanitisers if soap isn't available.12b Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or the crook of your elbow when you cough or sneeze.12c Regularly disinfect commonly touched surfaces and objects12d like doorknobs and light switches. Staying home when you're sick12e not only helps you recover but also prevents spreading illness to others. While a sore throat usually goes away, if you experience a severe sore throat accompanied by a fever exceeding 38.3° C that persists beyond one to two days, difficulty sleeping due to obstructed breathing from swollen tonsils or adenoids, or the appearance of a red rash, it's time to see a doctor.13 Life doesn't pause for a sore throat, and neither should you. Cepacol® recognises that when discomfort strikes, you need swift relief to keep up with your daily activities. That's why we've developed a diverse range of products tailored to provide targeted comfort, including our latest innovation: the Cepacol® Effervescent – a fizzy raspberry-flavoured effervescent provides double-duty relief for the whole family (children 6 +). Cepacol® Effervescent4 helps to relief symptoms of cold and flu such as sore throat, nasal congestion, sneezing and cough, opening of the airways, thinning of mucus and providing relief of coughs associated with inflammation of the airways. It also supports the immune function within the upper respiratory tract and provides antioxidant support for the maintenance of good health. In addition to Cepacol®'s newly launched raspberry-flavoured effervescent4, the Cepacol® range includes cough and cold syrup14, Plus cough and cold syrup15 specifically designed for nighttime relief, a throat spray16 and throat gargle17, Medsip, a hot medicated drink2&3 in either ginger or honey lemon flavours, and antibacterial throat lozenges1 in four great tasting flavours – regular, black current, honey & lemon and menthol. So, when you're dealing with a stuffy nose, cough and scratchy throat, remember, there's a Cepacol® for that! As we brace ourselves for the winter months, it's wise to be prepared. Adcock Ingram's Winter Warriors 2025 Campaign offers a range of products aimed at combating common cold and flu symptoms. With brands like Cepacol®, Panado®, Compral®, ProbiFlora™, Gummy® Vites and ViralGuard™, you can arm yourself and your loved ones against the seasonal sniffles. Cepacol®'s range of products is now available at leading pharmacies and retailers nationwide. 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